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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

T28 BYEMOT history

T28 BYE is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 26 Jul 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 149,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jul 2026
Mileage
149,559 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T28 BYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
3 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T28 BYE was last recorded at 149,559 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 4,211 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,348 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,211 miles
Average per year
8,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,559 miles
  • 2025 – 145,348 miles
  • 2024 – 141,162 miles
  • 2023 – 116,550 miles
  • 2022 – 93,935 miles
  • 2021 – 89,930 miles
  • 2020 – 84,165 miles
  • 2019 – 76,655 miles
  • 2018 – 70,385 miles
  • 2017 – 65,090 miles
  • 2016 – 59,333 miles
  • 2015 – 51,940 miles
  • 2014 – 44,700 miles
  • 2013 – 36,592 miles
  • 2012 – 27,927 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,559 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
  • MajorExhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension locking device ineffective Antiroll bar linkage ball joint (5.3.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension locking device ineffective Antiroll bar linkage ball joint (5.3.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear General underside corrosion
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,559 miles (+4,211)1 dangerous7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,559 miles
    Test number
    296794729678
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension locking device ineffective Antiroll bar linkage ball joint (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension locking device ineffective Antiroll bar linkage ball joint (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear General underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass145,348 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    145,348 miles
    Test number
    884872286315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail145,343 miles (+4,181)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,343 miles
    Test number
    439067480421
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass141,162 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    141,162 miles
    Test number
    386388638188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail141,162 miles (+24,612)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,162 miles
    Test number
    555906257224
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass116,550 miles (+22,615)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    116,550 miles
    Test number
    681602167214
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass93,935 miles (+4,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    93,935 miles
    Test number
    493828164467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass89,930 miles (+5,765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,930 miles
    Test number
    587391829165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass84,165 miles (+7,510)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,165 miles
    Test number
    185338712183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,655 miles (+6,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,655 miles
    Test number
    885902756363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass70,385 miles (+5,295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,385 miles
    Test number
    466485704666
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyre starting to wear on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass65,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,090 miles
    Test number
    978972064318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,090 miles (+5,757)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,090 miles
    Test number
    805191702496
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureCentral Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass59,333 miles (+7,393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    59,333 miles
    Test number
    857692836868
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass51,940 miles (+7,240)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,940 miles
    Test number
    298515395186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass44,700 miles (+8,108)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    44,700 miles
    Test number
    848850604278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,592 miles (+8,665)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,592 miles
    Test number
    825725683190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,927 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    27,927 miles
    Test number
    418211782112
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about T28 BYE

Does T28 BYE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T28 BYE expired on 26 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T28 BYE?
The MOT on T28 BYE expired on 26 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T28 BYE done?
T28 BYE was recorded at 149,559 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 8,616 miles a year.
Has T28 BYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T28 BYE has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T28 BYE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T28 BYE find?
T28 BYE failed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 9 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; exhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard; exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard, and 14 more.

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